vitamin D
What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition believed to be linked to a lack of sunlight where the individual experiences mood changes and emotions similar to depression. SAD occurs mostly in the Fall and Winter months when there is less sunlight exposure, more common in the PNW. It’s found that…
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Save your summertime skin Now is the time of year when we want to soak in the sun and take advantage of the nice weather, especially here in the PNW. Although it’s tempting to bathe in the sun there are a few precautions to be aware of to keep your skin healthy and radiant. Did…
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Can acupuncture and naturopathic medicine help the common cold? Background On The Common Cold Given the nature of the common cold and that it’s primarily caused by a viral infection, no antibiotic or western medicine has yet been able to cure it. Therefore, it’s a cold that we must suffer through until our bodies have…
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A common question I get is…”what they can do to not get sick and how much vitamin D they should be taking?” Vitamin D affects the immune system, aids in bone health, and offers some protection against chronic diseases. Low levels of vitamin D can increase the risk for type 1 diabetes, certain cancers,…
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Quit the tobacco, and don’t start if you haven’t already It should be common sense now that smoking or chewing tobacco can lead to multiple types of cancer. If you are trying to quit, you are not alone. Try joining a support group or making a plan for yourself to set goals for quitting.…
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Why is vitamin D so important? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin acquired through sun exposure, diet, and supplements. Vitamin D is commonly found in fatty fish, such as salmon and sardines, as well as eggs, fortified cereals, and milk. Vitamin D acts like a hormone. It helps the body metabolize minerals and aids in…
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